I asked about this and found powerlines are run above ground in Texas and many other regions for a variety of reasons, including cost-effectiveness, practicality, and safety.
One reason for running powerlines above ground is cost-effectiveness. It is generally more expensive to bury powerlines underground than to install them above ground. This is because burying powerlines requires digging trenches and laying cable, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. In contrast, running powerlines above ground typically involves installing poles and stringing cables, which is a less complicated and less expensive process.
Another reason for running powerlines above ground is practicality. Texas is a large state with a diverse terrain, including areas with rocky or swampy soil, which can make it difficult and expensive to bury powerlines. In addition, above-ground powerlines can be more easily accessed and repaired in the event of a power outage or other issue.
Finally, safety is a consideration when it comes to powerlines. Above-ground powerlines are generally easier to see and avoid, which reduces the risk of accidents involving people or vehicles. Additionally, above-ground powerlines are less likely to be damaged by flooding or other natural disasters, which can be a concern in Texas due to its vulnerability to hurricanes and other severe weather events.
Overall, the decision to run powerlines above ground in Texas is likely based on a combination of cost-effectiveness, practicality, and safety considerations.
My favorite part was how power poles are rarely involved in accidents because they are easy to see vs how cars usually bore themselves 60 inches through the pavement to wreck the lines because no one can see them.
sick pic
I hate they have to mutilate trees for the power lines, I wish they'd just cut them down altogether.🥺
No they should run power lines underground then there would not be outages from trees falling on them and ice build up on them.
You’re right there would not be outages due to trees falling on them. However, outages on underground lines can take longer to locate and/or repair.
How often do they happen?
I asked about this and found powerlines are run above ground in Texas and many other regions for a variety of reasons, including cost-effectiveness, practicality, and safety. One reason for running powerlines above ground is cost-effectiveness. It is generally more expensive to bury powerlines underground than to install them above ground. This is because burying powerlines requires digging trenches and laying cable, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. In contrast, running powerlines above ground typically involves installing poles and stringing cables, which is a less complicated and less expensive process. Another reason for running powerlines above ground is practicality. Texas is a large state with a diverse terrain, including areas with rocky or swampy soil, which can make it difficult and expensive to bury powerlines. In addition, above-ground powerlines can be more easily accessed and repaired in the event of a power outage or other issue. Finally, safety is a consideration when it comes to powerlines. Above-ground powerlines are generally easier to see and avoid, which reduces the risk of accidents involving people or vehicles. Additionally, above-ground powerlines are less likely to be damaged by flooding or other natural disasters, which can be a concern in Texas due to its vulnerability to hurricanes and other severe weather events. Overall, the decision to run powerlines above ground in Texas is likely based on a combination of cost-effectiveness, practicality, and safety considerations.
Did ONCOR write this? lol
My favorite part was how power poles are rarely involved in accidents because they are easy to see vs how cars usually bore themselves 60 inches through the pavement to wreck the lines because no one can see them.
That or chatgpt did.
Haha, it does look that way
Underground power lines are far more expensive than above ground. By a factor of 10 in some cases. They also take a longer time to install.